Custom Applicator

Duties

• Operate agronomy spraying/spreading application equipment
• Apply fertilizer, chemical, or pesticide products to specifications of work orders
• Apply knowledge of weather conditions, droplet size, elevations-to-distance ratios, velocity, and obstructions
• Mix fertilizer or chemicals properly to ensure quality standards and accuracy in accordance with label
• Prepare and submit required application documentation timely
• Understand basic agronomy chemistry of all products
• Works in fertilizer plant mixing, loading trucks, reading work orders and maps, etc.
• Completes and maintains driving and delivery records
• Aids with operations, helps with distribution of seed, fertilizer, and CPP products to growers
• Works directly with customers, developing excellent customer relationships
• Communicates with supervisor or location manager regarding inventory maintenance
• Maintains and repairs sprayer/spreader application equipment regularly
• Maintains a certified applicator license
• Enforces and abides by all cooperative policies
• Good communication with all employees and customers
• Checks with other departments to see if help is needed before going home

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fluent reading, writing, and speaking the English language
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Computer skills required – Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, OneDrive
• Good customer service skills and approach
• Ag background a plus
• Class A CDL with Hazmat and tanker endorsements
• Valid DOT physical card, Iowa Commercial Applicators License with 1A, 1B, 1C, or ability to obtain the above
• Basic Skills: Speaking, Writing, Reading Comprehension, Listening, Monitoring, Judgment and Decision Making, Time Management